Benefits of a Lidded Bathroom Bin | Generated by AI
Question: Why is using a rubbish bin with a lid in the home toilet a smart idea?
Answer:
Yes, putting a lidded trash bin in the bathroom (especially in Asian households or any place that uses tissue instead of bidet) is actually one of the small but high-impact hygiene & comfort improvements.
Main reasons why the lid matters:
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Odor control
Used toilet tissue smells much worse when exposed to air (bacteria multiply faster + volatile compounds escape). A closed lid dramatically reduces how much bad smell escapes into the room — especially important in small/poorly ventilated bathrooms or in humid climates like Singapore. -
Prevents “smell leakage” when the bin is not full yet
Without a lid, even 2–3 days of tissues already create noticeable odor. With a lid the bin can usually be kept 4–7 days longer before it becomes unbearable. - Fixates / holds tissue inside
- Stops tissue from flying out when someone opens the door/window or turns on strong exhaust fan
- Prevents pets (cats/dogs) or curious toddlers from pulling tissues out
- Less likely for tissue to stick to the rim or fall on the floor when people press other tissues in
- Aesthetic & psychological benefit
A closed lid makes the bin look cleaner and less disgusting → people feel more comfortable in the bathroom.
Practical tips many people follow:
- Choose a bin with soft-close / slow-close lid → quieter and less smell spike when closing
- Prefer foot-pedal version → no need to touch with hands
- Use small/medium size (5–10 L) so it forces more frequent emptying → less chance of very bad smell building up
- Put a cheap plastic grocery bag inside (instead of expensive bin liners) and knot it tightly when full
- Some people sprinkle a tiny bit of baking soda or put a few drops of essential oil on the inside of the lid every few days
Short version:
No lid = smell spreads in the whole bathroom very quickly
With lid = smell mostly stays trapped until you open it to throw something away → much more livable.
It’s one of those “small thing that makes daily life noticeably better” upgrades.
References:
- None (common household observation and reasoning)